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Monday, July 26, 2010

HVUT Common Questions

Need some help with your 2290 filing? The experts at Express2290.com have the answers to all your questions.

What qualifies as a "highway motor vehicle"?The IRS says a highway motor vehicle is any self-propelled vehicle designed to carry a load over public highways, whether or not that vehicle is also designed to perform other functions. Examples include trucks, buses and truck tractors. For the most part, vans and pickup trucks are not subject to this tax because their taxable gross weight is usually less than 55,000 pounds.

What qualifies as a "public highway"?Any rod in the United States that is not a private roadway. That includes federal, state, county and city roads.

Are there any vehicles exempt from filing Form 2290?Yes. Vehicles operated by: